Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)

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About This Programme

A five-year professional architecture degree combining design studio, building technology, history and sustainable design, taught in dedicated studios. 162 credit hours; total programme cost approximately AED 356,400 before scholarships.

Course Highlights

Five-year professional architecture degree.
Design studios, building technology and sustainable design.
Two internships and a two-part major project.
Scholarships of up to 50% available on all degrees.

What You'll Study

Studio-based teaching on the Dubai International Academic City campus, combining design studios, technical modules, history/theory and two internships, on a US-style semester credit system.

Year 1

Design Fundamentals in Architecture3 credits
History of Architecture3 credits
Physics for Architects3 credits
Architectural Graphics3 credits
English for Academic Writing3 credits
Islamic Culture3 credits
Computer Applications I3 credits
Applied Mathematics3 credits
Architectural Design Studio I4 credits
Public Speaking3 credits
Arabic Language3 credits

Year 2

Building Construction I3 credits
Architectural Design Studio II5 credits
Computer Applications II3 credits
Theory of Structures I3 credits
UAE Studies3 credits
Climate Responsive Architecture3 credits
Architectural Design Studio III5 credits
Building Construction II3 credits
Computer Applications III3 credits
Theory of Structures II3 credits

Year 3

Architectural Design Studio IV5 credits
Building Services & Engineering: Water Supply and Sanitation3 credits
Theory of Structures III3 credits
Building Construction III3 credits
Environment Science in Architecture3 credits
Architectural Design Studio V5 credits
Surveying3 credits
Building Services & Engineering: Electrical and Mechanical3 credits
Research Paradigms3 credits
Architectural Professional Practice3 credits
Internship I2 credits

Year 4

Ethics and Professional Responsibility3 credits
Architectural Design Studio VI5 credits
Landscape Architecture3 credits
Building Services & Engineering: Firefighting and Automation3 credits
Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability3 credits
Major Elective3 credits
Urban Design Studio5 credits
Working Drawings3 credits
Internship II2 credits

Year 5

Major Elective3 credits
Major Project I5 credits
Project Management in Built Environment3 credits
Estimation, Costing and Specifications3 credits
Open Elective3 credits
Major Elective3 credits
Major Elective3 credits
Major Project II5 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: Grade 12 with a minimum 60% average, plus a design aptitude test.

English: IELTS 5.0+ or equivalent for non-English-medium curricula; English-medium curricula exempt; UAE MoE curriculum requires ≥80% in Grade-12 English.

A portfolio may be requested at interview.

Careers

Graduates progress toward professional architectural licensure and roles as architect, urban planner and product designer.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Licensed by the CAA (UAE MoHESR) and KHDA-licensed.

Programme Details

Award

Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)

Start Date

September 2026 (also January & May intakes)

Typical Offer

60% average in Grade 12 + design aptitude test

Duration

5 years

Qualification

Bachelors

Subject Area

Architecture

Campus

Dubai

Course Type

Professional degree

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 71,280/yr

Apply online at amityuniversity.ae. A non-refundable application fee of AED 100 applies; registration is AED 500 per semester. Tuition is charged per credit hour and scholarships of up to 50% are available.

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